Georgetown

Key IRS official refuses to testify

2013-05-22 19:39:00

WASHINGTON — In a contentious climax Wednesday to a series of congressional hearings, Lois Lerner, a key IRS manager, invoked her right to not testify about the agency's targeting of conservative groups, igniting howls from Republicans and...

Gordon Gayle dies at 95; received Navy Cross for attack on Peleliu

2013-05-19 17:56:00

Retired Marine Brig. Gen. Gordon Gayle, who received the Navy Cross for leadership and bravery during the assault on Peleliu, one of the bloodiest and most complex and controversial battles fought by Marines during World War II, has died. He was 95....

Four insights to your health from L.A.'s public MD

2013-05-16 10:32:00

You think your doctor is too busy? Dr. Jonathan Fielding has about 9 million patients – which is to say, almost everyone in Los Angeles County. He heads the county’s public health department, a department bigger than that of some states. His...

Bringing drones out of the shadows

2013-05-13 00:00:00

The use of unmanned aircraft to kill suspected terrorists, a practice that has dramatically escalated during the Obama administration, is receiving fresh and welcome scrutiny in Congress and elsewhere even as the number of drone strikes seems to be on the...

Malaysia's ruling coalition maintains parliamentary majority

2013-05-05 22:34:00

PENANG, Malaysia — Malaysia’s ruling National Front coalition won at the polls Sunday, election commission officials announced, as voters opted for continuity and experience over opposition calls for reform. The 13-party National Front...

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer breaks shoulder in bike crash

2013-04-27 12:49:00

Supreme Court Justice Stephen G. Breyer broke his shoulder in a fall from his bicycle and underwent surgery Saturday morning, according to a court spokeswoman. The 74-year-old justice was resting comfortably and is expected to be released from...

Female Marine convicted of 'attempted adultery' and lying

2013-04-24 20:17:00

CAMP PENDLETON — A female Marine was convicted Wednesday of "attempted adultery" and lying to investigators in a case involving allegations of sexual misconduct and alcohol abuse in the enlisted ranks. The Marine, a staff sergeant with 17 years'...

Is Prius next after Toyota's decision to produce Lexus in U.S.?

2013-04-19 10:51:00

Toyota’s announcement Friday that it will start building the Lexus ES 350 at a factory in Georgetown, Ky., is part of a larger policy of moving production of cars to the markets where they are sold that could result in the automaker's Prius hybrid...

Toyota will build Lexus sedans at Kentucky plant, adding 750 jobs

2013-04-19 08:31:00

Toyota Motor Co. plans to build Lexus cars in the U.S. when it completes an expansion of the factory in Kentucky where it makes the Camry and Avalon sedans. Toyota said Friday it will shift production of the Lexus ES 350 from a factory in Kyushu, Japan,...

Toyota to expand Kentucky factory to produce Lexus model

2013-04-18 07:59:00

Toyota Motor Corp. plans a big expansion of its sprawling auto factory in Georgetown, Ky., to launch U.S. production of one its cars. Toyota isn’t talking about the project until a news conference scheduled for Friday, but the automaker's plans...

Obama's early-childhood education plan lauded by L.A. educators

2013-04-11 09:09:00

Using a method similar to California's to fund early-childhood education, President Obama is proposing a tax hike for his "Preschool for All" plan in the budget presented to Congress. The proposed 94-cent hike on cigarettes is projected to generate more...

Julian Burke dies at 85; former MTA chief

2013-04-02 00:00:00

Julian Burke, a corporate turnaround expert who brought a steady hand and political savvy to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority when it was teetering financially and facing federal scrutiny for poor bus service across Los Angeles County, died...

Amy Stoken has joined the Chicago office of the American Jewish Committee as regional director. Stoken, an attorney, succeeds Dan Elbaum, who has been appointed director of AJC's regional offices and assistant executive director.

2013-05-10 00:00:00

Dumbarton Oaks in Washington's Georgetown is a quiet escape from the bustle of the capital. Meander with Mom through the 17th and 18th century English gardens for a quiet respite before you return to the busy tree-lined neighborhood of mansions, row houses, high-end shops and waterfront restaurants.

2013-05-09 16:52:22

If you've driven to the beach via Route 113, you've probably rolled through Georgetown, admiring the quaint buildings and lovely fountain. The hamlet, filled with charming, historic buildings, offers a quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of busy beach towns.

2013-05-03 00:00:00